Manufacturing Engineer - Cnc Programmer

Tata Consultancy Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Incentive

Comprehensive Medical Coverage (M/D/V)

Family Support: Parental Leaves

401K Plan

Certification & Training Reimbursement

Time Off: Vacation & Holidays

Sick Leave

Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Senior Engineer to develop, validate and optimize CNC programs for milling, turning and multi-axis machining of aerospace components.

You will interpret drawings, GD&T, select tooling, support prove-out, and collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain to improve manufacturability and production readiness.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to interpret drawings, CAD models and GD&T and aerospace specs.
• Experience developing CNC programs for milling, turning and multi-axis machines.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (Power Mill, Power Shape, CATIA V5).
• Knowledge of machining processes, tooling selection, and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop, verify and optimize CNC programs for milling, turning and multi-axis machining.
• Interpret drawings and GD&T to define machining strategies and methods.
• Create, simulate and validate toolpaths for safe and efficient processes.
• Support prove-out activities and production readiness reviews.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Tooling, Quality and Supply Chain.

Skills

Engineering drawing interpretation

GD&T understanding

CNC programming

CAD/CAM (Power Mill, Power Shape, CATI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CATIA V5

Autodesk Power Mill

Power Shape

Teamcenter

Microsoft Excel

MES applications

Job description

Job Description

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills/Knowledge/Experience

• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T; requirements and aerospace manufacturing specifications.
• Experience developing CNC programs for milling, turning and multi-axis machining centres.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software such as Autodesk Power Mill, Power Shape, CATIA V5 or equivalent platforms.
• Knowledge of machining processes, cutting tool selection, work-holding methods, feeds and speeds and process optimization techniques.
• Experience supporting prove-out activities, first-off validation and production machining environments.
• Understanding of process planning, manufacturing feasibility studies and industrialization activities.
• Hands-on experience machining precision components manufactured from Titanium, Stainless Steel and Aluminium alloys.
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience in Root Cause Analysis and process troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience within aerospace, defence or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards and AS9100 requirements.
• Experience supporting NPI, process qualification and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement and productivity enhancement initiatives.

Preferred Tools & Systems

• CATIA V5
• Autodesk Power Mill
• Power Shape
• Teamcenter
• Microsoft Excel
• MES applications

Roles & Responsibilities

The Role

A CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, validating and optimizing CNC machining programs to ensure the

efficient manufacture of high-quality aerospace components. The role focuses on programming excellence, process

optimization, production support and continuous improvement across machining operations.

• Develop, verify and optimize CNC programs for milling, turning, and multi-axis machining using CAD/CAM software.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T; requirements and customer specifications to define machining strategies and manufacturing methods.
• Create, simulate and validate toolpaths to ensure safe, efficient and repeatable machining processes.
• Select cutting tools, work-holding solutions, machining parameters and tooling strategies to achieve quality, productivity and cost objectives.
• Support prove-out activities, first-off inspections and production readiness reviews to enable successful transition from programming to manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling and programming issues, implementing effective solutions to improve process performance and part quality.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Tooling, Quality and Supply Chain teams to improve manufacturability and operational efficiency.
• Support process qualification, NPI, industrialization and capability improvement initiatives for new and existing products.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on cycle-time reduction, process optimization, waste eliminati on, and productivity enhancement.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis, corrective action activities and process reviews to improve manufacturing performance and reduce defects.

Managerial Skills

• Leadership & People Management
• Communication & Stakeholder Management
• Decision Making & Problem Solving.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

TCS Employee Benefit and Summary

• Discretionary Annual Incentive.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
• Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
• Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
• Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
• Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Function

TECHNOLOGY

Role

Senior Engineer

ID

438499

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Salary Range

$80,000 - $100,000

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE